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The Orange Tigers delivered a commanding performance in the Vidarbha Pro T20 League match against Nagpur Titans. Rohit Binkar's brilliant unbeaten 62 was the highlight of their successful chase. Apoorv Wankhade provided crucial support with 35 runs, helping the team reach the target through the D/L Method. The Tigers' bowlers, led by Saurabh Dubey with two wickets, also played a significant role in the victory.

Key Points: Orange Tigers Crush Nagpur Titans in VPTL T20 Thriller

  • Rohit Binkar smashes unbeaten 62 in crucial chase
  • Apoorv Wankhade contributes crucial 35 runs
  • Saurabh Dubey takes key 2 wickets
  • D/L Method decides match outcome
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VPTL: Orange Tigers beat Nagpur Titans by eight wickets

Rohit Binkar's unbeaten 62 powers Orange Tigers to eight-wicket victory in rain-affected Vidarbha Pro T20 League match

"Solid team performance with bat and ball - Darshan Nalkande, Orange Tigers Captain"

Nagpur, June 8

Orange Tigers defeated Nagpur Titans by eight wickets (D/L Method) at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Jamtha on Sunday in the Vidarbha Pro T20 League.

After losing the toss and being put into bat first, Aniruddha Choudhari and Satyam Bhoyar opened the innings for Nagpur Titans. While Bhoyar was dismissed without opening his account, Choudhari scored 20 in 18 balls.

After the fall of the second wicket at the score in 5.2 overs, Skipper Jagjot Sasan was joined by Shubham Dubey in the middle. The duo added 49 runs for the third wicket before Sasan was dismissed for 34 in 30 balls. Shubham Dubey went on to complete his half-century as he scored 52 in 38 balls. Towards the end, Sahil Sheikh played an unbeaten knock of 26* in 25 balls to help his team post a total of 153/6 in 20 overs.

For Orange Tigers, Saurabh Dubey (2-9) and Kshitij Dahiya (2-28) took two wickets each in the innings while skipper Darshan Nalkande picked one wicket.

Chasing a target of 154 on the board, Yash Rathod and Rohit Binkar opened the innings for Orange Tigers. Rathod could only manage to add 7 in 10 balls. Binkar was then joined by impact substitute Apoorv Wankhade in the middle. The duo added 67 runs for the second wicket before Wankhade was dismissed for 35 in 29 balls. Binkar remained unbeaten on 62* in 39 balls. They managed to score 116/2 in 13.4 overs and were adjudged the winner of the match by D/L Method.

For Nagpur Titans, Aditya Sanjay Kukde (1-6) and Rahul Dongarwar (1-20) took one wicket each in the innings.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
What a clinical performance by Orange Tigers! Rohit Binkar's unbeaten 62 was pure class. The way he anchored the chase shows why he's one of the most reliable batsmen in VPTL. 🏏 #OrangeArmy
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Priya M.
Nagpur Titans really missed a trick by not accelerating in the middle overs. Shubham Dubey played well but others needed to support him better. Fielding also looked sluggish today - need to improve before next match!
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Amit S.
D/L method wins always feel a bit incomplete no? Would have loved to see Orange Tigers complete the full chase. But can't argue with the result - they were clearly dominating. Kshitij Dahiya's bowling was impressive too!
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Sneha P.
As a Nagpur fan, this hurts 😢 But credit where it's due - Orange Tigers' bowling attack was spot on today. Our boys will bounce back stronger in the next game! #TitansFightBack
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Vikas R.
The real hero was Apoorv Wankhade as impact sub! 35 off 29 changed the momentum completely. More teams should use impact players this strategically. Great win for Orange Tigers! 💪
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Neha T.
Good to see regional cricket getting this kind of coverage! VPTL is producing some exciting young talent. Shubham Dubey's fifty deserved to be in a winning cause though - poor guy.

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